Speaking exclusively to Firstpost about the blasts in Dubai, actress Urvashi Rautela, who’s a frequent visitor, said, “For now, Dubai’s airspace remains closed.”
The Iranian attack has shocked the world and UAE has suffered too. Many videos and pictures have surfaced on social media. And the concern continues to pour in and tensions rise amid the volatile situation.
Speaking exclusively to Firstpost about the blasts in Dubai, actress Urvashi Rautela, who’s a frequent visitor, said, “For now, Dubai’s airspace remains closed, which means anyone with imminent plans to visit the emirate are likely to find their plans affected. Travellers are advised to stay informed, monitor airline updates closely and allow extra time for connections where possible.”
The actress added, “When Dubai’s airspace reopens, it is likely that any safety concerns on the ground will be alleviated, and travel plans to Dubai should be able to proceed as intended. Travelers should continue to monitor the situation closely. The authorities confirmed that the security situation in the UAE remains stable and that all concerned entities are monitoring developments around the clock.”
What next for UAE?
The UAE Ministry of Defence announced that, since the onset of the Iranian attack, the air force and air defence forces of the United Arab Emirates have successfully engaged and destroyed 137 ballistic missiles and 209 drones launched towards the country’s territory, underscoring the high readiness of the air defence systems and their capability to address various threats.
Schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have been asked to move to distance learning till Thursday.
The UAE’s General Authority of Civil Aviation has announced that the state will bear all costs of accommodation and sustenance for affected and stranded passengers, as the country’s airports and national carriers have dealt with approximately 20,200 individuals impacted by the rescheduling of some flights.
At least one person was killed and seven were injured after after the United Arab Emirates intercepted several Iranian missiles on Saturday.
Several waves of Iranian attacks targeting the airport and several other sites across the UAE kept people awake on Saturday night.
One person was killed and 7 were injured in Drone interception incident targeting Zayed International Airport.
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